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The new historical marker tells the history of the New Edzell Castle, which was Bird Key’s first mansion. The home was torn down in 1959. -
New Edzell Castle, built in 1914, was Bird Key's first mansion. Nearly a century after its completion, the island received historical designation, which residents celebrated Saturday, Jan. 5, with a marker unveiling ceremony. Photo courtesy of the Sarasota County History Center. -
Bird Key Yacht Club Commodore Bob Hunter and Norm Weber -
Lorin and Harriet Burns Stieff. -
Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason, Sarasota Mayor Suzanne Atwell, Charlene Creel, Ruthmary Williams and Chairman of the Sarasota County Historical Commission Russ Gutmann celebrate the unveiling of the historical marker.
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
